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About this property

Historic Charm: Riversleigh House in Ballina is housed in a historic building, offering a unique setting with a garden and terrace. Guests enjoy free WiFi throughout the property. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities such as a kitchenette, washing machine, and TV. Additional facilities include a hot tub, lounge, and outdoor seating area. Convenient Location: Located 5 km from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, the guest house is a short walk from Kingsford-Smith Park and Saunders Oval. Nearby attractions include Big Prawn and Byron Bay Golf Course. Guest Favorites: Guests highly rate the kitchen, communal lounge, and room comfort, making Riversleigh House a preferred choice for relaxation and comfort.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

  • Situated in the best rated area in Ballina, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

  • Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 double bed
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 3
1 large double bed
Bedroom 4
1 large double bed
Bedroom 5
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Patel
    Australia Australia
    Sometimes in life........life gives you a rose. For many years now my husband and I have stayed in motels between Sydney and Maroochydore. Riversleigh guest house exceeds all expectations. It is clean, it smells beautiful, it is charming and...
  • Terry
    Australia Australia
    Quaint period style home. Very well appointed & comfortable
  • Naomi
    Australia Australia
    There was access to hot water for tea both upstairs and in the dining room downstairs and the rooms were spacious and well appointed. The beds were very comfortable and lots of choice of pillows and bedding
  • Sportzing
    Australia Australia
    We had the entire house to ourselves. The bedroom was comfortably large with direct access to the balcony with a small river view. I was able to work at a desk. The kitchen was well equipped. The furnishings were tasteful and elegant. It was quiet...
  • Kathryn
    Australia Australia
    Fantastic location. Lovely, comfortable room. We’ll definitely be back: it had everything we needed and was both quiet and close to town!
  • Debsr
    Australia Australia
    Great location close to food options. Homely feel to property. Clean and comfortable.
  • Lisa
    Australia Australia
    Very comfortable and well appointed. Great place to come back to at the end of the day. Lots of room and facilities.
  • Robert
    Australia Australia
    The atmosphere, the facilities, attention to detail, the space, the verandah.
  • John
    Australia Australia
    Everything is there to make guests comfortable. Rooms are spacious and well equipped. Communal lounge and kitchen has everything (including various cereals) you'd need to make a stay easy. The extensive renovations all tastefully suit the...
  • Jane
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful old house. Great to have the kitchen and appreciated the milk, cereals and tea and coffee. Hosts were very kind and very helpful - the lift to the bus stop for Bluesfest when we were running very late due to traffic was above and beyond.

Managed by Riversleigh Ballina

Company review score: 8.9Based on 171 reviews from 2 properties
2 managed properties

Company information

Riversleigh has been running as a boutique accommodation hotel for many years. Our Manager Erica and owner Melissa welcome you to stay at this lovely house.

Property information

A beautifully restored 1870's guesthouse. Located directly across the road from the waterfront and located on the main street with easy walking distance to cafes, shops and restaurants. Large air-conditioned rooms all with ensuites and very comfortable beds. Guests have access to the entire house. (Fully equipped Kitchenette, Lounge dining room, Laundry, and BBQ area. Why book a hotel room when you can use the whole house? The entire house is also available to be privately booked for small business, family and friend groups. Why not have your next family gathering or business meeting in this wonderful location? A perfect weekend getaway for 5 couples. For small business functions, we can arrange catering and business services.

Neighbourhood information

The house is located directly across from the Richmond Riverfront and Missingham beach. It is located at the quiet end of River street. The Olympic pool and water slide are also across the road along with the Ballina information centre. We are 10 mins from the airport and a short drive to Lennox and Byron bay. A great place to base your next Northern Rivers stay

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

Riversleigh House takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 19:30
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 05:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 50 per stay

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardEftposUnionPay credit cardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Riversleigh House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

License number: PID-STRA-4376